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Best Easy Banana Bread Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful flavor of this Best Easy Banana Bread Recipe, designed to transform your overripe bananas into a moist and delicious treat. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this simple recipe requires just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, making it an ideal choice for busy bakers. Each slice bursts with rich banana flavor, and you can easily customize it by adding nuts or chocolate chips. Plus, it freezes beautifully, allowing you to enjoy this sweet loaf whenever the craving strikes!

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 ripe bananas (about 2 cups mashed)
  • 1/3 cup salted butter (melted)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg (beaten)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease an 8.5×4.5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas and mix in the melted butter. Add sugar, egg, and vanilla extract; stir until well combined.
  3. Sprinkle baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt over the banana mixture and stir gently.
  4. Fold in the flour followed by walnuts or chocolate chips until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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